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  • The Laacher See in the Volcanic Eifel.
    The Laacher See in the Volcanic Eifel. Photo: Heinz, stock.adobe.com

Lake Laach

Discover Lake Laach in Germany - a geographical gem with numerous tourist attractions, cultural highlights, and culinary delights.

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Attractions at Lake Laach


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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.8 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 276 m
Descent 276 m

The Laacher Rundweg leads on an exciting track of the Benedictine monks at Maria Laach Monastery, around the largest volcanic Eifel lake with ...

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from Sarah Stein Tourist-Information Vulkanregion Laacher See,   Vulkanregion Laacher See
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 13 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 343 m
Descent 364 m

The Geo trail N is lined with information boards that provide background knowledge about volcanism.

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from Sarah Schote / Tourist-Information Vulkanregion Laacher See,   Vulkanregion Laacher See
Hiking Trail · Eifel
Traumpfad Pellenzer Seepfad
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 594 m
Descent 594 m

Unique insights into the volcanic past at Eppelsberg, live volcanism at Laacher See with a view of Maria Laach Abbey, views of the Krufter Waldsee ...

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from Nicole Pfeifer,   Traumpfade im Rhein-Mosel-Eifel-Land
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 65.6 km
Duration 5:05 h
Ascent 664 m
Descent 664 m

Varied day route from the Rhine to Laacher See. Then you continue on the Vulkanparkradweg from Mendig via Plaidt to Andernach and back on the ...

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from Holger Klemm,   Mittelrhein
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9 km
Duration 2:25 h
Ascent 96 m
Descent 290 m

From the 459 m high Engeln station (final station of the Vulkan-Expreß), this route leads along the well-signposted Osteifelweg via Steinbergerhof ...

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from Michael Hergarten,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 4:46 h
Ascent 411 m
Descent 411 m

Passing a monastery ruin, through a lava flow, up to the crater rim, along beneath it, down into the valley, past another monastery ruin and back ...

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from Jürgen Kaluzny,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 125.3 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 2,470 m
Descent 2,470 m

A beautiful circular route from Meckenheim to Laacher See and into the Nitztal with very nice sections through woodland areas mostly on paved paths.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Eifel
around Laacher See
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12.1 km
Duration 3:16 h
Ascent 143 m
Descent 144 m

Laacher See is not only the largest maar in Germany and the largest lake in Rhineland-Palatinate – it is also a natural and cultural area that ...

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from Arno Meyer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Ahrtal
Around Lake Laach
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 256 m
Descent 256 m

The circular route around Lake Laach offers us a very special cultural attraction with the Maria Laach Abbey.

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Hiking Trail · Ahrtal
Around Lake Laach
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 44 m
Descent 30 m

From the parking lot at Maria Laach Abbey, a route around Lake Laach along the lake shore.

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Lake Laach is located in the beautiful Eifel region in western Germany. It lies about 30 kilometers southwest of Bonn and is part of the Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park.


Location and Features

Lake Laach was formed around 13,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption and is considered one of the largest maar lakes in Europe. With its turquoise-blue water, surrounded by dense forests and gentle hills, it offers a breathtaking backdrop for nature lovers.


Tourist Attractions

An absolute must-see attraction at Lake Laach is the Benedictine Abbey of Maria Laach. The impressive monastery complex from the 11th century houses a magnificent basilica as well as idyllic monastery gardens.


Cultural Highlights and Events

Among the cultural highlights is the annual music festival on the lake shore, featuring renowned bands and musicians. There are also regular art exhibitions showcasing local artists.


Culinary Specialties

In the cozy restaurants and inns around Lake Laach, you can enjoy the regional cuisine. Be sure to try the delicious Eifel specialties like Döppekooche (potato cake) or Himmel un Ääd (Heaven and Earth).


Outdoor Activities

Lake Laach offers a variety of recreational opportunities. You can enjoy hiking, cycling, or paddling on the water. Anglers also have great opportunities here as the lake is home to various fish species such as pike, zander, and carp.


Swimming in Lake Laach

Yes, swimming in Lake Laach is allowed! Designated swimming areas let you refresh and relax in the clear water. Please observe the applicable safety regulations.


Facts about Lake Laach:

  • Size: approx. 3 square kilometers
  • Depth: up to 53 meters
  • Fish species: pike, zander, carp, etc.

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  • July 19, 2026
    Thomas Eisenreich 
    July 19, 2026
    Eine schöne Rundtour. wir sind am Mitfahrerparkplatz in Mendig gestartet. + 900 Meter bis zum Rundweg. Im Café Waldfrieden gibt es leckere Waffeln. Guter Service.
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    Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written July 19, 2026
  • July 14, 2026
    Eleanor Lang
    July 14, 2026
    eine tolle Tour!
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    Scenic Variety of paths
    Written July 14, 2026
  • June 04, 2026
    C. S. 
    April 22, 2026
    Der Weg am Ostrand des Sees war toll - durch den Wald und auf schmalen Pfaden am See entlang. Wir haben viele Mofetten gesehen! Das südliche Stück bis zum Steinlehrpfad (sehr interessant!) an der Mauer der Abtei war dann nicht mehr so toll. Je näher man Maria Laach kommt, desto voller wird es natürlich. Die Abtei selbst ist natürlich sehr interessant, in der unerwartet großen Gärtnerei gibt es auch Pflanzen, die man nicht in jedem 'normalen' Gartencenter findet. Und in dem Klosterladen gibt es auch nicht nur die üblichen Souvenirs. Der westliche Teil der Tour war dann eher langweilig. Es ging zwar am See entlang, man konnte aber durch den üppigen Bewuchs davon kaum etwas sehen. Das letzte Stück hoch zum Lydiaturm war dann wieder sehr schön! Alles in allem hat uns diese Tour aber sehr gut gefallen.
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    Scenic
    Written June 04, 2026
  • May 17, 2026
    JoSaNo .
    May 10, 2026
    Zeer fijne wandeling met wat mooie klimmentjes erbij.
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    Variety of paths Challenging Scenic
    Written May 17, 2026
  • May 10, 2026
    Silke Reuter
    May 09, 2026
    Schöner Weg durch Wälder mit tollen Ausblicken. Am Waldsee sind Beschilderungen weg, so das wir uns verlaufen haben. Die Teufeskanzel toll, aber der Aufstieg teils gefährlich ohne Absicherung. Der Hinweis teils alpin kam zu spät.
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    Written May 10, 2026
  • February 15, 2026
    Roland Schmitt
    February 14, 2026
    Schöne Rundtour. Lediglich die Streckenabschnitte im Bereich der Autobahn waren nicht so gut.
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    Written February 15, 2026
  • May 26, 2025
    Uwe Weindorf
    May 25, 2025
    Schöner Tag tolle Tour
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    Written May 26, 2025
  • February 02, 2025
    Sandra Neumann Rystow 
    February 02, 2025
    Schöner Rundweg - viel auf dem Pellenzer Seepfad
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    Written February 02, 2025
  • May 22, 2024
    Harry Heilmann
    May 22, 2024
    Eine wirklich schöne kleine Runde, bei der man sich auch die Zeit nehmen sollte, um die Informationstafeln zu studieren, um sich auch selbst ein wenig weiterzubilden. Auch der Wechsel der Wegführungen von breiteren Wanderwegen zu schmalen Pfadenist sehr gelungen. Am Wochenende sollte man diese Tour aber vermutlich icht laufen, da es bestimmt sehr voll wird. Uns hat vor allem der Weg unten am See sehr gut gefallen, da es bisweilen durch umgestützte Bäume etwas abenteuerlich wurde. Auch die Stellen des aufsteigenden Kohlendioxids sind interessant. Leider war das letzte Teilstück am See gesperrt, so dass wir etwas ausweichen mussten, Wir haben heute viel gelernt und fahren mit vielen neuen Eindrücken wieder heim. Insgesamt bewerte ich diese Runde mit 4/5 Sternen.
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    Written May 22, 2024
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  • May 11, 2024
    Johann Josef Staab
    May 11, 2024
    Am 11. Mai gewandert bei wunderschönen Wetter. Diese Tour ist für uns die schönste der Eifel Traumpfade 👍
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    Written May 11, 2024
  • April 13, 2024
    Claudia Billstein 
    Tolle Tour um den Laacher see von der Abtei Maria Laach gestartet.
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    Written April 13, 2024
  • February 03, 2024
    Stefan
    Schöne Rundtour um den Laacher See. An einem Samstag Vormittag Anfang Februar war nicht viel los, und wir konnten die Natur genießen. Wir haben am Benediktinerkloster Maria Laach geparkt und anschließend in der Klostergaststätte gegessen.
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    Written February 03, 2024

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